This tasting set focuses on one of the most important flavor enhancers in whisky: wood. Different barrel types demonstrate their significant influence on aroma, flavor, and structure. Ideal for those who want to learn to taste more consciously and discover what wood truly adds to whisky.
From fresh and vanilla-infused to rich, sweet, and spicy. Each whisky in this set tells its own story, shaped by the cask it was aged in. By tasting them side by side, the differences between oak types and cask use become surprisingly clear. A perfect set for an educational tasting at home or to further refine your own preferences.
The set consists of:
Tobermory 2008 – 13 Year Old – Virgin Oak
Powerful and distinctive, with a strong influence of fresh oak. Think spices, toast, vanilla, and a firm structure.
Tamnavullin 2009 – 13 Year Old – American Oak
Smooth and approachable, with classic notes of vanilla, coconut, and light fruit. A beautiful example of what American oak can do.
Craigellachie 2010 – 12 Year Old – Guyana Rum Cask
Quirky and layered, where the robust distillation character is enriched with tropical sweetness and a hint of molasses.
Miltonduff 2015 – 6 Year Old – PX Sherry Hogshead
Young, yet intense. Sweet PX influences of raisins, syrup, and dark chocolate add depth.
Glen Elgin 2017 – 6 Year Old – First-Fill Bourbon
Fresh and lively, with vanilla, honey, and citrus. The first-fill barrel ensures direct wood contact and a clear expression.
A beautiful set for anyone who wants to understand how wood shapes a whisky's signature, glass by glass. 🥃
